S.B. Mirzozoda

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The aim of this study is to develop a practice-oriented, risk-based model for ensuring safety during road repair and maintenance in the Republic of Tajikistan. The methodology is based on identifying hazards within the roadworks "work zone," assessing risks using a probability-severity matrix, and selecting management measures hierarchically: engineering solutions, organizational measures, training, and personal protective equipment. The results include a standard risk assessment table and a set of critical management barriers aimed at reducing the risk of vehicle collisions with personnel, injuries from road construction equipment, thermal injuries when working with hot bitumen materials, and accidents when working at heights/in pits. It is demonstrated that integrating the requirements of the Republic of Tajikistan's legislation on road traffic and road activities with occupational safety management (based on labor legislation and CIS interstate agreements) ensures a sustainable reduction in industrial risks and improves the safety of road users within the work zone.
Keywords: occupational safety, road works, work zone, temporary traffic organization, risk assessment, road equipment.